Friday, December 14, 2012

There will be no more bread posts...

...on this blog for a while. We just learned that our six-year old grandson Noah has been murdered in the Sandy Hook massacre this morning. Our hearts are bleeding for him, his parents, his twin sister, his other siblings. I have no words left.

All you Americans are so quick to pull out the god card and prayer card. Makes me sick in such a horrible time such as this. Make comments that make sense. What a horrific time for the family and you make such nonsensical comments. I am sick to my stomach with this news and you people can't even go one moment without your useless god and praying comments.

I am, myself, a non-believer. However there are those who do and they derive great solace from their beliefs. The solace is real regardless of its source. You show a great disrespect with your asinine comment.

My feelings go out to all the parents and kin of the murdered. So, too, to the parents of the boy whose mental anguish brought him this vile deed.

I have been reading your blog for a few months. I have no idea what to say. I am weeping for you and everyone else in the middle of this tragedy. When I think of how I would feel if my six year old daughter was taken from me in this way I am paralyzed with sorrow and anger. For what it's worth I am praying for you and your dear grandson, Noah. You have the heart of the entire world grieving with you.

My heart breaks for you, and your family. Prayers for peace and healing in the days ahead-and know there are many, many people out here praying for you. No words can express the grief I feel, and can't imagine yours. Peace, and healing..

I am very very sorry this happened to your grandson and to all those lost today. There are not words, no assurances, no sentiments that will do anything to ease the pain of these events, but I urge you to hold onto your heart memories of this precious child, do not let anyone tell you that you or your family must move on, dispose of personal items, or "put this all behind" you. This was your treasure, your family's sweet little child and you need your own time and space to mourn and regain strength for those who suffer this loss with you. Peace be with you and your loved ones ♥~ Val F.

Dear MC, My heart has been breaking all day for these children, and now my heart breaks for your beloved grandson Noah and for you and your family. It is an unimaginable loss. I send love and prayers and I'm truly sorry. -Janie

So not the time or place. People grieve in their own ways - some find consolation in faith, some don't. And unless you feel that nature is a type of wool embroidery, I think the word you are looking for is "cruel".

I can't fathom the grief that you must be feeling, and I cannot express how sorry I am for you and everyone who has been robbed of their loved ones in this tragedy, but my thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you all. Sleep tight Noah x

So very sorry. Like many coming to offer condolences from the bread community, I am sure the warmth of your heart was often expressed to your grandson around the table of family love. I will be thinking of you.

MC, Though I did not know you or your blog until now (I came across a link on Twitter), my heart is broken to hear of your grandson Noah's death. It is a sadness beyond comprehension. Please know that this stranger is sending you and your family (especially his twin) my deepest sympathies. -Sonya

All parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters, Americans and worldwide citizens mourn with you. We all feel some of your pain, but know that yours and your families must be so much worse than we can imagine. We can only hope that some memories of him can sustain you and his family. Much sadness.

Oh, MC. I am so sorry. Just a month ago, you were blogging about being on a "gandchild bender." I am so glad you got to see them all relatively recently, although I know that won't ease your heartbreak. My thoughts are with you and your family. Darla

It is hard to know what to say when you hear of such a terrible thing and learn that it has affected someone you know, even though it is through the tenuous link of reading their blog. My thoughts are with you and your loved ones. Euan

I am so, so sorry for your loss. I truly wish there was something I could do or say to help ease the pain. Just know that you, your family, and the other families involved in this horrific, senseless crime are in my thoughts.

MC,Unfathomable. Words can't begin to convey all that my heart is feeling for you and for all of those whose lives have been wrenched apart by this latest tragedy. I am so utterly sorry. Words escape me….Janet

Am So sorry for your loss... i know.. no words can offer any comfort at this loss .. believe u me... i have 2 smalldaughters and i am so shaken up here in India seeing this tragedy.. i have been praying with all my heart ..... May God Give U and Your Family the strength to cope... Mue.

Dear MC, I don't know if you will ever read all of these replies, but I hope that you will see that so many of the people with whom you have shared so much are feeling your loss and sharing your pain. I hope that in some small way, it might ease your burden and offer some measure of solace.

What horrible news, MC. I cannot imagine your pain or grief. My mind recoils from the thought of losing any of my grandchildren. But here you are, in the middle of that nightmare. I pray that you and your family will find solace and serenity as you grieve for Noah.

Oh my God. Just coughed and choked on the drink that was at my lips when I read your words that this horror has struck your family. I am so sorry to hear of this, and so angry that this unspeakable crime has ripped at the hearts of so many. May this country learn from this and do something so that such acts will not happen again.

I am incredibly sorry for your loss - mere words do not heal your pain. But taking time to be with your family and your thoughts will. I applaud your decision - take care of yourself, your family. Your supporters will be here when/if you decide to come back.

I cannot even imagine the horror that you and your family are facing. Know that the hearts of the world are with you.

This is a very small thing, but I want you to know. On Saturday, I pulled sugar candy canes in memory of all the children and adults killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School. I took pictures of all of them. If you would like to have the one that I took of Noah's candy cane, please let me know. I am more than happy to send it to you.

MC, I didn't want to intrude on your grief in any way. I just wanted you to know how truly heartbroken and saddened I was to hear about the loss of your grandson. I know what a true joy and light children are and having one taken in such a tragic manner, is unspeakable. Wishing your family peace.-Gina-

I'm so, so sorry. I know words mean nothing right now, but know that you, your family, and all the families, are held closely to the hearts of every American (and people around the world). We mourn with you. May you find peace. Be well. Kristin

As you well know, there are no words to heal your pain. There is nothing any of us could do or say that would make you feel better. I'm praying for you - for all of you who lost someone in the massacre. Please know that so many people are hurting for you and standing beside you in spirit, doing everything they can to be the aloe for your soul.

Much love and peace to you and your family during this very difficult time.

As the mother of a 6-year-old, I have no words of encouragement to share, but please know that mothers and grandmothers everywhere weep with your family and the families of the other lost children. You are all lifted in our prayers.

My heart has been breaking since I heard of the tragedy. I have no words to describe how I feel I can't imagine what your family is going through. We will always be thinking of you and your family. I pray and hope for your healing process.